This recipe from our very own Dr.J combines
three simple ingredients to help keep hands germ-free.

First, Aloe vera juice
makes up most of this recipe. You’re likely familiar with aloe vera as a
solution to soothing sunburns. That’s because research shows it can help skin
retain moisture, reduce inflammation in the skin, and even help heal skin
wounds. For this recipe, look for an aloe vera juice that uses minimal
ingredients and is free from any artificial coloring to keep things natural.

Then, we include the
active ingredient of simple rubbing (Isopropyl) alcohol – 70%. We recommend
checking the label to ensure it has minimal ingredients and does not include
any artificial scents. Instead, we recommend adding your own natural scent with
Rose oil essential oil.

Rose oil is known for
its antimicrobial and anti-septic properties. While clinical evidence is still
lacking in proving its efficacy against illness, it doesn’t hurt to add as a
refreshing natural fragrance.

How To Make Hand
Sanitizer at home

To make a hand
sanitizer watch our video above and at home, follow this simple recipe:

Ingredients

Aloe vera juice

Isopropyl rubbing
alcohol (70%)

Rose Oil essential oil
(optional)

Supplies

2 oz reusable spritz
bottle

Directions

Combine the aloe
vera juice, rubbing alcohol, and essential oil in a small bowl and mix well.

Pour into a reusable
spritz bottle. Carry with you to use as often as you like.

Sanitizer on Your Skin

One final thing that
may deter people from using sanitizer is the concern that the constant
application will cause dry or irritated sore skin.

In fact, yet another
benefit of hand sanitizer is that it can actually be gentler on sensitive skin
than washing your hands with soap and water just as many times throughout the
day. While most soaps focus on stripping skin and also require the friction of
washing and drying, hand sanitizers often include moisturizing ingredients and
dry quickly on their own without the use of harsh towels.

That said, the most
effective solutions are still alcohol-based, which can be drying. While the
moisturizing ingredient of aloe vera juice should help keep your skin in
balance, if you do experience dryness or irritation, simply follow up each
application with your favorite hand lotion.

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